November December_2019 Newsletter

GREYSTONE GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB

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President's Message

Dear Members, As I begin writing this newsletter, I’m struck by the feeling that each time I’ve written one my first thought is “This is my favorite time of year at Greystone”. Turns out… it’s always a great time of year at Greystone! I’m so grateful to have this wonderful place and the warm and welcoming members and staff to make me feel I “belong” here. That’s exactly the way it should feel for everyone. The end of the year means mild weather, perfect for golf, tennis and enjoying all of the special holiday events we have planned. Chef’s Dinner, Wild Game Beer Dinner, Thanksgiving Brunch, the famous Holiday Open House, Santa Brunches, Dickens Dinners, Christmas and New Year’s events. It’s literally magical at Greystone at the end of our year. PLEASE look at the full calendar of events and make your plans to attend. Even better, bring friends to these events and encourage them to become members at Greystone. Serving as your president has been not only an honor, it has been eye opening. The complexity of operating a club of this magnitude is immense. Our General Manager, department heads, and every single staff member do an extraordinary job of making Greystone a first-class experience. I hope you thank them every chance you get. They all have my sincerest gratitude. But, if we want our club to thrive, there are only two ways to accomplish it. Use your club in as many aspects as possible, as often as possible, and most importantly, invite your friends and neighbors to join Greystone. Our value proposition is second to none. Looking forward to the

You can hear more about our plans and stay informed about the health of our club by attending the Annual Membership meeting on November 21st. We’ll share financial updates, capital plans for 2020, and share the results of the Board elections. I urge you to join me for this one. I cannot end the year without offering my most sincere thanks to everyone who gives of their time to make Greystone a better club for all of us. First, to all of our committee members and especially our committee chairs, Andy Schroeder (Golf), Candler Boyd (Membership Marketing), Mike McNulty (Sports & Social), Steve Vanderburg (Member Engagement), Ron Stanfa (Regions Tradition). Next, I want to thank Lane Milam, our outgoing chairman. Lane has guided me for the past two years and has lent his wisdom and experience to me as President-Elect and then through my presidency. He has served as board member and officer for many years and he deserves all of our gratitude. Thanks also to our incoming president, Janice Folmar. Aside from making history as the first woman to serve as club president, her job as President -Elect is a demanding one, and she has embraced every responsibility like a pro. She is prepared to take the helm and I will offer my help and guidance whenever needed. She’s an amazing person and a selfless servant, which is a quality I believe is most important in this position. Further, to the board of directors whom I’ve had the privilege of serving beside, they too exhibit the kind of selfless servant’s heart that we need in our leadership. It has been enriching to work with such an amazing and talented group. We all love Greystone and I hope it has been evident. Lastly, to you, the members of this phenomenal club, it has been my honor to serve as your president. You have treated me with kindness and respect, but I’ll remember most those of you who have offered ideas when you had complaints, help when you had criticism, encouragement, warmth and friendship. You have made my experience here much richer. I’ve come to know so many of you that I didn’t know before. It confirms what I’ve known from the moment I joined this club 20 years ago, the members of Greystone are a collection of amazing individuals and families. Loving, caring, competitive and fun. What a great place to BELONG. I hope you and your families have a wonderful holiday season. Happy Thanksgiving, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Thanks for making my year unforgettable. Matt Scalici Club President, 2019

coming year, we have exciting changes and upgrades to our club including major work at our tennis facility, new dining options, and continued improvements to the clubhouse, pool and fitness programs. You’ll not only be helping the club to grow, you’ll be insuring that your own cost of membership will remain stable.